North County Community News, June 15

Longtime members of the Vista Women's Club Judy Bird, Sonja Hults and Edna Martin and second vice president Karen Keusseyan. The club honored its past president along with members who have been with the club for more than 20 years at its monthly luncheon.

Longtime members of the Vista Women's Club Judy Bird, Sonja Hults and Edna Martin and second vice president Karen Keusseyan. The club honored its past president along with members who have been with the club for more than 20 years at its monthly luncheon.

The DNA Interest Group, sponsored by North San Diego County Genealogical Society, will meet from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday at the Cole Library, 1250 Carlsbad Village Drive. Learn how to use DNA Painter, an online tool to map chromosomes of specific ancestors. Free; no reservations required. Call (760) 542-8112 or email DIG@nsdcgs.org.

Native American Gathering Night set

The Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation kicks off its 2018 adult summer series with a Native American Gathering Night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Discovery Center, 1580 Cannon Road. Free; no registration required. Learn about the lives of the Native Americans who were the first inhabitants of the land around the Agua Hedionda Lagoon. Nature-inspired snacks will be provided. Call (760) 804-1969 or visit www.aguahedionda.org.

Free hearing checks, phone distribution

Dr. Julie Khoury-Ghaffary with Sonus Hearing will give free hearing screenings at the Carlsbad Senior Center from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday with the California Telephone Access Program. This program provides specialized equipment and services to residents who have an active phone line but have difficulty hearing. All hearing-impaired, eligible residents will be provided with a free amplified phone, regardless of age or income. Reservations required to (760) 602-4650. The senior center is at 799 Pine Ave.

CPR — Heartsaver, 9 a.m.-noon June 23: This course combines basic CPR and anti-choking training for all ages with instruction and practice in using a defibrillator. American Heart Association course completion cards are issued after completion of a skills test. This class is EMSA (Emergency Medical Services Authority) approved. Fee: $45.

Heartsaver-First Aid, noon-3 p.m. June 23: The American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid program is for all ages. Class covers General Principles, Medical Emergencies, Injury Emergencies and Environmental Emergencies. Fee: $45.

CPR and First Aid Combo: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 23: Class combines CPR/AED and first aid. This class provides basic CPR skills training and anti-choking methods for all ages with practice and instruction in using AED on an infant/child/victim. Fee: $70.

Retired teachers group to meet

The California Retired Teachers Association meets at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cocina del Charro, 890 W. Valley Parkway. The program will feature the Cynthia Poole ensemble performing “Baroque to Broadway.” Cost is $15. Guests are welcome. New members receive their first brunch free with paid dues verification from the state. Reserve to (760) 509-4515 before Monday. Visit https://div63.calrta.org.

NORTH COUNTY

Widows support group hosts social events

The Catholic Widow and Widowers of North County support group holds various social activities this month. Reserve at (858) 674-4324:

June 24, Mass at St. Timothy Catholic Church and lunch at Vintana Wine and Dine, Escondido;

June 26, Bocce ball and dinner at Elks Club, Vista;

June 27, Dance class the Ed Brown Senior Center, Rancho Bernardo;

June 28, Bowling at the Surf Bowl with dinner at Hunter Steakhouse, Oceanside.

OCEANSIDE

All-class reunion coming for OHS alumni

The Oceanside High School Foundation/Alumni Association will host the annual OHS All-Class Reunion from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 24 at Heritage Park, 220 Peyri Drive (behind the Mission San Luis Rey). This event is a potluck, and each class needs to make its own food and beverage arrangements. A DJ will be on hand and the OHS Foundation Information Booth will be there, too. Entrance donation of $2 is suggested for the OHS Foundation and Friends of Heritage Park. Contact Sandy Hayes Caskey (Class of 1965) at (760) 721-6515 or email membership@ohsfoundation.org.

The North County Republican Coalition meets at 6 p.m. Monday at the Veterans Association of North County Resource Center, 1617 Mission Ave., to welcome local Republican candidates who are advancing to the November election. Hear each candidate speak about their strategies and campaigns. The coalition meets every other third Monday to promote local GOP candidates and conservative issues. Doors open at 5 p.m. Free to attend; pizza and beverages will be provided. RSVP to Ben Sullivan at bensullivan@outlook.com.

Stretch a little with family yoga class

Try a yoga class for the whole family at the Civic Center Library. Families are led through activities that promote five elements of yoga and mindfulness: connection, breath, movement, focus, and relaxation. Free and for ages 2-12 and their caregivers. Offered at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday and every third Tuesday.

Children’s programs are scheduled at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays at the Solana Beach Library, starting Thursday with The Amazing Dana Magic Show and continuing June 28 with the Luce Puppet Show. No registration required. The library is at 157 Stevens Ave. Call (858) 755-1404.

VALLEY CENTER

Mountain lions are topic for nature group

Friends of Hellhole Canyon Open Space Preserve hosts a presentation on mountain lions by Robin Parks from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday at the Valley Center Library, 29200 Cole Grade Road. Parks, a field volunteer for the Mountain Lion Foundation, will discuss “myths and misinformation” about cougars, as well as various “shoot/don’t shoot” scenarios. Email hellholecanyone@gmail.com.

VISTA

Enjoy a free music appreciation session

Enjoy a Music Appreciation class from 1-3:15 p.m. Wednesday at the Gloria McClellan Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Presentations include state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment to make you feel like you have a front-row seat. Free; no registration required. Hosted by Hank Presutti. Call (760) 643-5288 or email luigibeethoven@cox.net.

Woman’s Club honors members

The Woman’s Club of Vista honored its past president along with members who have been with the club for more than 20 years at its monthly luncheon. This year at its Donation Day luncheon at the Shadowridge Golf Club in Vista, the nonprofit group presented 26 area organizations with $31,500 to provide shelter, clothing, food, education and job training to needy area community members of all ages, including veterans pictured from left, longtime members Judy Bird, Sonja Hults and Edna Martin and Second Vice President Karen Keusseyan. Also honored were President Judy Pantazo, Past President Nancy B Jones, 26-year member Ruth Schneider, 39-year member Shirley Lahr and Third Vice President Emily Kjellson. To join the group for lunch, email kdkyan@gmail.com or call (919) 847-2786.

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